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'''Marquis Amonte King''' (born December 12, 1992), better known by his stage name '''Shy Glizzy''', is a hip hop recording artist from [[Washington, D.C.]] and started rapping at a very young age. Shy is an acronym for the “Streets’ Hottest Youngin’”.<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy – Fxck Rap [Mixtape Review]|url=http://metrojolt.com/shy-glizzy-fxck-rap-mixtape-review|website=Metrojolt|accessdate=13 November 2014}}</ref> He is often compared to the likes of [[Lil Boosie]] and [[Eazy-E]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy|url=http://www.hipwiki.com/Shy+Glizzy|website=www.hipwiki.com|accessdate=12 November 2014}}</ref> The DC rapper gained notable buzz after his single "Awwsome" went viral.<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/shyglizzy/profile/|website=Hot New Hip Hop|accessdate=13 November 2014}}</ref> |
'''Marquis Amonte King''' (born December 12, 1992), better known by his stage name '''Shy Glizzy''', is a hip hop recording artist from [[Washington, D.C.]] and started rapping at a very young age. Shy is an acronym for the “Streets’ Hottest Youngin’”.<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy – Fxck Rap [Mixtape Review]|url=http://metrojolt.com/shy-glizzy-fxck-rap-mixtape-review|website=Metrojolt|accessdate=13 November 2014}}</ref> He is often compared to the likes of [[Lil Boosie]] and [[Eazy-E]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy|url=http://www.hipwiki.com/Shy+Glizzy|website=www.hipwiki.com|accessdate=12 November 2014}}</ref> The DC rapper gained notable buzz after his single "Awwsome" went viral.<ref>{{cite web|title=Shy Glizzy|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/shyglizzy/profile/|website=Hot New Hip Hop|accessdate=13 November 2014}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 17:40, 7 January 2015
Shy Glizzy | |
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| Birth name | Marquis Amonte King |
| Also known as | Young Jefe |
| Born | December 12, 1992 |
| Origin | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Years active | 2011–present |
Marquis Amonte King (born December 12, 1992), better known by his stage name Shy Glizzy, is a hip hop recording artist from Washington, D.C. and started rapping at a very young age. Shy is an acronym for the “Streets’ Hottest Youngin’”.[1] He is often compared to the likes of Lil Boosie and Eazy-E.[2] The DC rapper gained notable buzz after his single "Awwsome" went viral.[3]
Musical career
In 2012, Shy Glizzy released his mixtape Law. He was also featured on Complex as one of the "10 New DMV Rappers To Watch Out For." [4] On December 12, 2012, Glizzy released his mixtape Fxck Rap and his friend Trinidad James appears on the track "Pilot." The Fader describes Fxck Rap as "an appealingly eager tape."[5]
On August 2, 2013, Shy Glizzy dropped his mixtape Law 2, a follow-up to his previous mixtape. The 14-track project features Migos, Yo Gotti, Kevin Gates, Starlito, Ant Glizzy, and more. The following producers soundtracked the project: Karltin Bankz, Izze The Producer, Rick Flare, Metro Boomin, Big K, YB, Beezy, Rico Beats, Lil Lody, LG The Producer.[6]
On February 17, 2014, Shy Glizzy released his mixtape Young Jefe, an 18-track tape hosted by DJ Bigga Rankin, and featured production from Zaytoven, Cardo, Roger Beat and others.[7] From that mixtape, the hit single “Awwsome” turned into the biggest song of Glizzy’s young career. It spawned a remix off the record that features A$AP Rocky and 2 Chainz that grabbed more than 750,000 streams on Soundcloud in the first week it dropped.[8] The mixtape also features "Medellin" with Young Scooter, as well as appearances from Young Thug, PeeWee Longway, Zed Zilla, Gudda Gudda, Plies and more. It was produced by Cardo, Will A Fool, Zaytoven, Nito Beats and more.[9]
Shy Glizzy is the most well known member of self-made crew Glizzy Gang, which originated in Washington D.C. All members of the Glizzy Gang have adopted Glizzy as their last names. The following are the current and Real members of the Glizzy Gang: Shy Glizzy, 3 Glizzy, 30 Glizzy, Goo Glizzy, Ant Glizzy, Bandz Glizzy, Snipe Glizzy, Plies Glizzy, and Quette Glizzy.[10]
Discography
Mixtapes
| Title | Mixtape details |
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| Streets Hottest Youngin' |
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| Law |
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| Fly Money (with Jose Guapo) |
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| Fxck Rap |
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| Law 2 |
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| Young Jefe |
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| Law 3 |
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References
- ^ "Shy Glizzy – Fxck Rap [Mixtape Review]". Metrojolt. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ "Shy Glizzy". www.hipwiki.com. Retrieved 12 November 2014.
- ^ "Shy Glizzy". Hot New Hip Hop. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ Kimble, Julian. "10 New DMV Rappers To Watch Out For". Complex. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ Zeichner, Naomi. "Download Shy Glizzy's Fxck Rap Mixtape". Fader. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ Goddard, Kevin. "Shy Glizzy - Law 2". Hot New Hip Hop. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
- ^ "Shy Glizzy Is Impressive On 'Young Jefe' Mixtape". www.xxlmag.com. XXL Staff. Retrieved 12 November 2014.
{{cite web}}:|archive-date=requires|archive-url=(help) - ^ Krastz, Roger. "Shy Glizzy Says Birdman Inspired Him To Get In The Studio With Boosie Badazz". XXL Mag. Retrieved 11 November 2014.
{{cite web}}:|archive-date=requires|archive-url=(help) - ^ Lilah, Rose. "Shy Glizzy - Young Jefe". Hot New Hip Hop. Retrieved 13 November 2014.
{{cite web}}:|archive-date=requires|archive-url=(help) - ^ Admin. "Glizzy Gang". www.hipwiki.com. Retrieved 11 November 2014.
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